Hearty Vegetable Bean Stew

Hearty Vegetable Bean Stew
Chef Brainy
What Started it all:
Crushed tomatoes, onions, celery, beans,

This hearty vegetable bean stew is perfect for a cozy meal. Packed with nutritious ingredients and full of flavor, it's a wonderful dish to share with family and friends. This recipe is adjusted to serve 3 people.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 can (400g) beans of your choice (kidney, black, or cannellini), drained and rinsed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Dice the onion and celery, and mince the garlic.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened.
  3. Add Garlic and Spices: Add the minced garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, and paprika to the pot. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Combine Main Ingredients: Add the crushed tomatoes, drained beans, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  5. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
  6. Season: Taste the stew and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Serve: Ladle the stew into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

This hearty vegetable bean stew is a nutritious and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. It's simple to make and perfect for a cozy dinner. Enjoy your meal!

NOTE: Unless added by users, images generated by AI may not actually look like the recipe.

Welcome to Chef Brainy

Chef Brainy is your AI-Powered Kitchen Genius. Create your own recipes, share them with the world, and get inspired by others.

Create Your Own Recipe Now!